Residential Assistant Supervisor, Mental Health

Options for Community Living, Inc.•Ronkonkoma, NY

2d•$41,860 - $54,600•Onsite

About The Position

Options for Community Living, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Supervisor to support program and household management at scattered apartment sites serving people with mental illness. The role provides support services to residents and trains and assists them with activities of daily living. The Assistant Supervisor can perform the duties of Licensed Program Case Managers and reports to the Program Supervisor. The position is based in person out of the Ronkonkoma office and requires field visits. It is non-exempt and scheduled for 35 hours per week, with either a Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM schedule or a Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule. The advertised salary range is $41,860–$54,600 ($23.00–$30.00 per hour). An enhanced $2,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible candidates who are not currently in this position in the program; it is paid in two installments of $1,000, with the second installment paid after three months in the position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience working in a setting with people with mental illness.
Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance, and access to a vehicle.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
QMHS Standard preferred.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
QMHS Standard.

Responsibilities

Schedule staff coverage at residences and ensure adequate staffing patterns and ratios are maintained.
Maintain and update chore lists; assign chores, post and monitor lists, review rotations, and bring discrepancies to the Supervisor’s attention.
Review sites and grounds weekly, arrange special services as needed, process Service Requests, and conduct monthly physical site audits for apartment sites.
Ensure vehicle maintenance is up to date and schedule service as needed.
Provide transportation to residents as needed.
Submit the Monthly Safety Report on time and maintain First Aid and Biohazard Kits.
Ensure timely completion of Foothold documentation for staff; run mandatory Foothold reports for staff and residents and bring outlying findings to the Supervisor’s attention.
Plan weekend activities and agency-wide events for residents.
Coordinate presentations, education programs, and training for residents.
Coordinate staff training and provide on-site support as needed; ensure completion of the New Staff Orientation Checklist.
Conduct medication training for all staff twice a year.
Provide counseling, behavioral intervention, and crisis management services as needed.
Ensure medication records are properly maintained and residents have an adequate supply of medication.
Provide medication overview and assistance when needed.
Assist residents with maintaining their benefits.
Maintain Client Account Records and ensure they are up to date.
Advocate and attempt to resolve outstanding team accounts at the beginning of each month, and prepare a monthly update and plan of action.
Assume the Program Supervisor’s responsibilities as needed during the Supervisor’s absence.
Train and develop new staff.
Provide case management responsibilities when needed.
Perform other relevant responsibilities as assigned by management.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Generous paid time off: 5 Wellness Days, 10–22 vacation days, 8 sick days, and 11 paid holidays yearly.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
Employee Assistance Program.
Tuition assistance.
Wellness initiatives.
Paid training and on-the-job training.
Promotional opportunities.
Mileage reimbursement.
Life insurance.
Flexible Spending Account.
Enhanced $2,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, paid in two installments.